1. Meisha's Hope; A Guide To Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia A page of hope for owners, whose dogs suffer from canine autoimmune hemolytic anemia. was diagnosed with autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA), also known as immunemediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA) http://www.cloudnet.com/~jdickson

MEISHA'S HOPE A GUIDE to CANINE AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA Meisha's Hope Treatment FAQ Meisha's Story A New Hope Success Stories tissue autopsy revealed she died of amyloidosis probably caused by the long-standing AIHA. This site is dedicated to her and all the other dogs and their families who struggle with autoimmune hemolytic anemia. WHAT IS AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA (AIHA)? Lets define the terms of the disease one at a time. "Autoimmune" literally means the immunity against the self."Hemolytic" is the destruction of red blood cells. "Anemia" is a clinical sign, not a disease. Anemia is defined as a decrease in the number of red blood cells (RBC's) or the amount of hemoglobin, resulting in a decrease in the oxygen- carrying capacity of the blood. spherocyte occurs. Finding spherocytes on a blood smear almost guarantees that some form of hemolytic anemia is occurring. Since this disorder does not stop the production of red blood cells, there are usually immature red blood cells in the bloodstream which can be detected on the blood smears as well. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA?

2. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Hemolytic Anemia hemolytic anemia. There are a number of specific types of hemolytic anemia which are described individually. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000571.htm

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Hemolytic anemia Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Red blood cells, sickle cell Red blood cells, multiple sickle cells Red blood cells, sickle cells Red blood cells, sickle and pappenheimer ... Blood cells Alternative names Return to top Anemia - hemolytic Definition Return to top Hemolytic anemia is a condition of an inadequate number of circulating red blood cells ( anemia ), caused by premature destruction of red blood cells. There are a number of specific types of hemolytic anemia which are described individually. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Hemolytic anemia occurs when the bone marrow is unable to compensate for premature destruction of red blood cells by increasing their production. When the marrow is able to compensate, anemia does not occur. There are many types of hemolytic anemia, which are classified by the location of the defect. The defect may be in the red blood cell itself (

3. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Idiopathic Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia. Autoimmune hemolytic anemia; Anemia idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic Definition Return to top. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000579.htm

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Prevention Illustrations Antibodies Alternative names Return to top Autoimmune hemolytic anemia; Anemia - idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic Definition Return to top This disorder results from an abnormality of the immune system that destroys red blood cells prematurely. The cause is unknown. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia is an acquired disease that occurs when antibodies form against the person's own red blood cells. In the idiopathic form of this disease, the cause is unknown. There are other types of immune hemolytic anemias where the cause may result from an underlying disease or medication. Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia accounts for one-half of all immune hemolytic anemias. The onset of the disease may be quite rapid and very serious. Risk factors are not known.

4. Anemia, Hemolytic A brief look at the causes of this disorder and its complications. http://www.sleeptight.com/EncyMaster/A/hemolytic_anemia.html

Help for sleepless parents Encyclopedia Index A anemia, hemolytic Search anemia, hemolytic The hemolytic anemias are those caused by destruction of red cells in the bloodstream by a disease process. They include hemolytic disease of the newborn, usually caused by blood group incompatibility between mother and baby ( ABO incompatibility Rh factor incompatibility hemolytic anemias caused by abnormal red cell membranes, chiefly hereditary spherocytosis and hereditary elliptocytosis, and a variety of other, rarer conditions hemolytic anemias caused by abnormal hemoglobin (the oxygen carrying molecule that fills the red cell); for example sickle cell anemia and thallassemia Complications of hemolytic anemias include all the ill effects of sometimes profound anemia as well as (in the newborn) possible problems caused by jaundice

5. Hemolytic Anemia-Blood Diseases & Disorders hemolytic anemia. What is hemolytic anemia? hemolytic anemia is a disorder in which the red blood cells are There are two types of hemolytic anemia, including the following http://www.umm.edu/blood/anehemol.htm

Donations / Banking Blood Diseases Blood Disorders... Anemias ... Site Map Related Resources Within UMM Hematology Pediatric Oncology Blood Diseases Hemolytic Anemia What is hemolytic anemia? Hemolytic anemia is a disorder in which the red blood cells are destroyed faster than the bone marrow can produce them. The term for destruction of red blood cells is hemolysis. There are two types of hemolytic anemia, including the following: intrinsic - the destruction of the red blood cells due to a defect within the red blood cells themselves. Intrinsic hemolytic anemias are often inherited, such as sickle cell anemia and thalassemia. These conditions produce red blood cells that do not live as long as normal red blood cells. extrinsic - red blood cells are produced healthy but are later destroyed by becoming trapped in the spleen, destroyed by infection, or destroyed from drugs that can affect red blood cells. The following lists some of the causes of extrinsic hemolytic anemia, also called autoimmune hemolytic anemia: infections, such as hepatitis, cytomegalovirus (CMV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), typhoid fever, E. coli, or streptococcus

6. EMedicine - Hemolytic Anemia : Article By Paul Schick, MD destruction of erythrocytes, and it leads to hemolytic anemia when bone marrow activity cannot compensate for the Beutler E hemolytic anemia due to chemical and physical agents http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic979.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Hematology Hemolytic Anemia Last Updated: March 17, 2004 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: hemolysis, premature erythrocyte destruction, hereditary hemoglobin abnormalities, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, G6PD deficiency, G-6-PD deficiency, hereditary spherocytosis, sickle cell anemia, sickle cell trait, sickle cell disease, AIHA, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, microangiopathic anemia, disseminated intravascular coagulation, DIC, hemolytic uremic syndrome, HUS, hemolytic-uremic syndrome, TTP, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, defective prosthetic cardiac valves, parvovirus B19 infection, anemia AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Paul Schick, MD

7. Hemolytic Anemia Causes Hematology and oncology of hemolytic anemia. A look at the causes, lab work and management of this disorder. http://www.fpnotebook.com/HEM50.htm

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8. BCOA Basenji Dog - Hemolytic Anemia hemolytic anemia. Pyruvatekinase deficient hemolytic anemia was first diagnosed in Basenjis in the 1960's, although prior to that date Basenjis had died of a then-unknown form of anemia. http://www.basenji.org/healthha.htm

Hemolytic Anemia Pyruvate-kinase deficient hemolytic anemia was first diagnosed in Basenjis in the 1960's, although prior to that date Basenjis had died of a then-unknown form of anemia. Research began in the 1960's, with a carrier test available in 1972. The gene is a simple recessive. Affected dogs may faint, typically have very white gums and mucous membranes, are likely to have low energy levels, and have light, "golden" colored stools. Affecteds typically die by age 2, with age 4 being the outside limit of survival. Most Basenjis are now descended from tested clear stock. A few carriers still exist in the gene pool, so it is a good idea to use only dogs descended from tested clear stock or dogs that have themselves been tested clear. A DNA test, available by cheek swab, is available from VetGen, Genesearch, or the University of Pennsylvania. Costs for the DNA test vary from $40-145. A blood-based test is available from Dr. Johnson at the University of Missouri. OFA has an open registry for hemolytic anemia DNA status, at a cost of $15 to list your dog. The BCOA also has an open registry for dogs tested by Dr. Johnson. DNA testing gives an actual reading of the dog's status as a clear, carrier, or affected, so the testing does not have to be repeated.

9. Auto Immune Hemolytic Anemia Concise information for dog owners about AIHA and ITP emphasizing the importance of aggressive treatment. http://home.comcast.net/~joan.ogg/aiha_info.htm

http://home.comcast.net/ joan.ogg/aiha_info.htm A uto I mmune H emolytic Anemia Information for Patients and Veterinarians What is AIHA Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is a disease in which the body attacks its own red blood cells (RBC). A pet suffering with AIHA will have a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells within the blood. This is termed anemia. The normal range for the packed cell volume (PCV) or hematocrit is 37-55% (the ratio of the volume of packed red cells to the whole blood). AIHA is classified as a “primary” immune disease. No underlying cause of the immune destruction can be found after an exhaustive clinical and laboratory evaluation. A “secondary” disease is called immune-mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA). IMHA refers to all anemias that occur when the immune system inadvertently destroys its own blood cells secondary to an immune attack directed against an underlying condition such as cancer, endocarditis, heartworm or by unidentifiable causes as in AIHA. What are the Symptoms of AIHA?

10. VetNet - Resistant Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia And Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia I Discussion forum and information on idiopathic thrombocytopenia and autoimmune hemolytic anemia provided by VetNet. http://www.vetnet.co.uk/aiha/

Resistant Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia in dogs. This is a VetNet special topic page concentrating on this condition, its treatment and care and the feelings of those involved in the welfare of the dogs. The discussion forum provides a valuable source of information and comfort to those with dogs suffereing from the condition. Please use the new forum. We have configured this to look and feel like the old forum. Extra functionality has been added and a large archive is in place. Joanne Dickson has agreed that we may include on this site her very readable summary of AIHA, its symptoms and possible causes. This is essential reading for owners that are new to the AIHA problem. Joanne's interest in AIHA was sadly prompted by her own experience and so we combine our thanks with a dedication to her dog Meisha (a survivor). We are planning the following new features for the AIHA page: Pros and cons of Prednisone Individual tribute pages to the many dogs that have suffered A serious opinion poll about drugs that may contribute to onset of AIHA We would appreciate feedback , comments and suggestions

11. A - Anemia red blood cells than normal. hemolytic anemia describes the condition in which this loss the blood vessel (extravascular hemolysis). hemolytic anemia can occur for many reasons http://www.vetinfo.com/dencyclopedia/deanemia.html

Vetinfo Canine Encyclopedia Feline Encyclopedia VetInfo Digest ... Your Turn Encyclopedia of Canine Veterinary Medical Information Anemia Anemia is the condition in which there are fewer red blood cells than normal. Hemolytic anemia describes the condition in which this loss of red blood cells occurs because the red cells break up (lyse). This can happen inside the blood vessels (intravascular hemolysis) or outside of the blood vessel (extravascular hemolysis). Hemolytic anemia can occur for many reasons, including heat stroke, parasites, viral infections. toxins and other conditions. One of the things that can cause hemolytic anemia is immune system disease - in this case the disorder is known as immune mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA). This is the term currently preferred for the condition formerly known as auto-immune hemolytic anemia (AIHA). The reason for the subtle name change is the recognition that much of the time the immune system really is attacking an invader it just happens to be one that is stuck on the red blood cell so both get destroyed. Anemia occurs for a number or reasons but they break down into two major categories. Either blood is not being made in the first place (nonregenerative anemia) or else it is being destroyed in some manner even though it is being made by the body. If the destruction outpaces the production, anemia occurs.

12. Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia Immune Mediated hemolytic anemia IMHA IMHA crisis treatments Immune mediated hemolytic anemia in Giant Schnauzer Drug treatment options following IMHA IMHA http://www.vetinfo.com/dimhanemia.html

Please note: The information on our site is for everyone to read. Please use it as often as you like. Please use the search engine or one of the indexes to access the information you need on our website. Subscriber Info The income from subscriptions helps defray the cost of maintaining the site and allows us to keep the large amount of information on www.vetinfo.com free to our readers. Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia IMHA IMHA - crisis treatments Immune mediated hemolytic anemia in Giant Schnauzer Drug treatment options following IMHA ... Hemolytic anemia also see Thrombocytopenia also see Blood also see IMHA - Looking for Answers also see Immune also see Medication - side effects Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) or Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) The mechanism by which the immune system mistakes red blood cells for a "foreign invader" varies somewhat according to the cause. It usually involves adherence of the offending agent (parasite, drug, toxin, etc) to the surface of the rbc. The immune system wishes to attack this agent but manages to injure the rbc as well. Dogs with IMHA usually experience a sudden onset of clinical signs, including depression, lethargy, pale gums or conjunctiva, sometimes jaundice or a heart murmur and bruising. Vomiting or abdominal pain may be present. It is unusual for overt blood loss to occur, such as nose bleeds or excessive bleeding from a minor injury. Death can occur rapidly, even with appropriate treatment.

13. Supplemental Garlic: Cat Nutrition Facts From Feline Future Article on Heinz body anemia and hemolytic anemia caused by garlic, onions, shallots, and related plants, fed to cats. http://www.felinefuture.com/nutrition/garlic.php

The Backyard Predator selected articles from our archives helping you to better understand your cat With today's trend of resorting to dietary modification and the addition of herbs and supplements into our meal-plan as a natural way of combating and preventing common human ailments, one should be very careful in how far the companion cat can be included in these recommendations. Many natural substances which aid human ailments may have an equally beneficial effect on the cat, but equally many can also have detrimental effects on the cat and her health. The use of garlic and other members of the Lily family such as onions, shallots, and chives in the cat's diet is not advised. Ingestion of these plants in a raw, cooked, or dried form can lead to damage of the red blood cells, which are rejected by the body from the bloodstream, and a continued use of garlic or onions can eventually result in hemolytic anemia. If the anemia is not controlled by discontinuing the use of the plants, it can potentially lead to death. Less significant but important is that raw garlic and onions irritate the mouth, esophagus, and stomach and can cause or exacerbate ulcers. "An alkaloid, N-propyl disulphide, present in both cultivated and wild onions, chives, and garlic, affects the enzyme, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, in red blood cells that interferes with the hexose monophosphate pathway. Oxidation of hemoglobin results because there is either insufficient phosphate dehydrogenase or glutathione to protect the red blood cells from oxidative injury. The resulting formation of Heinz bodies within erythrocytes is characteristic of onion poisoning. (...)"

14. I - Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) Encyclopedia of Canine Veterinary Medical Information Immune Mediated hemolytic anemia (IMHA) or Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA). http://www.vetinfo.com/dencyclopedia/deimha.html

Vetinfo Canine Encyclopedia Feline Encyclopedia VetInfo Digest ... Your Turn Encyclopedia of Canine Veterinary Medical Information Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia (IMHA) or Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) The mechanism by which the immune system mistakes red blood cells for a "foreign invader" varies somewhat according to the cause. It usually involves adherence of the offending agent (parasite, drug, toxin, etc) to the surface of the rbc. The immune system wishes to attack this agent but manages to injure the rbc as well. Dogs with IMHA usually experience a sudden onset of clinical signs, including depression, lethargy, pale gums or conjunctiva, sometimes jaundice or a heart murmur and bruising. Vomiting or abdominal pain may be present. It is unusual for overt blood loss to occur, such as nose bleeds or excessive bleeding from a minor injury. Death can occur rapidly, even with appropriate treatment. Whenever hemolytic anemia is present it is wise to carefully rule out initiating causes that might be treatable. Examples of problems that can lead to hemolytic anemia include ehrlichiosis (a blood parasite), reactions to sulfa antiseptics or penicillin antibiotics, zinc toxicosis which can occur due to the ingestion of pennies. If any of these problems can be identified and treated the prognosis is much better. The combination of clinical signs and spherocytes on a blood smear give a strong indication of this condition very rapidly. It can be confirmed using a Coomb's test to check for antibodies adhered to red blood cells. This test is usually done at body temperature and at a colder temperature (4 degrees Celsius). A small percentage of dogs that have IMHA will not test positive on the Coomb's test.

15. Meet Miss Pippy Haden Memorial for a blind miniature dog who had AutoImmune hemolytic anemia. Pictures of her canine and human families. http://www.geocities.com/am_haden/

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16. Wing-N-Wave Labradors Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia issues pertaining to AIHA. Canine Autoimmune hemolytic anemia. cell destruction. ImmuneMediated hemolytic anemia. What is AIHA? AIHA is http://www.labbies.com/aiha.htm

Home What's New About Wing-N-Wave Purchasing a Labrador ... Canine Legislature Pamela A. Davol, 76 Mildred Avenue, Swansea, MA 02777-1620 pdavol@labbies.com AIHA Letters A compilation of selected letters from my archives addressing issues pertaining to AIHA. Canine Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia A disease characterized by increased destruction of red blood cells (erythrocytes) by the dog's own immune system, canine autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is one of the most common blood (hematologic) disorders affecting canines. Though much attention has been given recently to AIHA due to evidence linking the process of vaccinating with the manifestation of this sometimes life-threatening disease, immunization is only one potential cause for this condition. The following article provides a detailed explanation of AIHA in terms of the disease process, diagnosis and treatment, and explores factors that may play a role in the development of this disorder in the canine. The Blood: A Brief Overview The blood is considered an organ having its own complex and diverse development, structure and functions. Its unique form, cellular tissue suspended in fluid plasma, allows it to serve as a main distribution system throughout the body. Cellular tissues composing the blood include: the red blood cells, which provide oxygen to tissues of the body; the white blood cells, which prevent invasion of microorganisms or other foreign substances; the lymphocytes, which carry out immune surveillance; and the platelets, which are involved in keeping the components of the blood in balance. Remarkably, all of these cellular components originate from a common source called stem cells located in the bone marrow. These stem cells give rise to a mature colony of cells which as they continue to divide and mature undergo a series of changes, a process known as differentiation, and eventually develop into the specialized blood cells indicated above.

17. AUTOIMMUNE HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA: Lilli's Legacy A personal and comprehensive guide to canine AIHA, including supportive care and choosing a knowledgeable veterinarian. http://www.peppypaws.com/LillisLegacy.html

Lilli's Legacy A Tribute to Lilli Now at peace my body lies, but within these pages my spirit flies! Wanting Lilli to exist outside of my memory, Lilli's Legacy was prepared to both memorialize her and to guarantee that her death was not in vain. Lilli experienced a peracute onset of AutoImmune Hemolytic Anemia on August 1, 1999. Without delving into specifics, she exhibited persistant autoagglutination and symptoms of intravascular hemolysis. After exhausting almost all therapeutic options, Lilli succumbed on December 1, 1999. She was an absolute joy every minute of her life and not a day went by that I wasn't amazed by her intelligence, pureness of spirit and sweetness. The treacherous act Lilli's body played upon itself and the resulting emptyness in our home is overridden by our great memories of her. I feel so blessed to have been her Mom. Hoping to use the knowledge gained during our experience to benefit someone else, Lilli's Legacy summarizes information compiled from numerous articles and veterinary manuals. Please use this as supplemental information to help you make informed decisions while discussing your dog's care with your veterinarian. Table of Contents Autoimmunity Who gets AIHA?

18. Hemolytic Anemia . Causes and symptoms. Diagnosis. Treatment. Prognosis. Prevention. Key Terms. Resources. Definition and replaced by the body's natural processes. hemolytic anemia is a disorder in which the red blood......hemolytic anemia. Definition. http://www.ehendrick.com/healthy/000649.htm

MAIN SEARCH INDEX Hemolytic anemia Definition Description Causes and symptoms Diagnosis ... Resources Definition Red blood cells have a normal life span of approximately 90-120 days, at which time the old cells are destroyed and replaced by the body's natural processes. Hemolytic anemia is a disorder in which the red blood cells are destroyed prematurely. The cells are broken down at a faster rate than the bone marrow can produce new cells. Hemoglobin, the component of red blood cells that carries oxygen, is released when these cells are destroyed. Description As a group, anemias (conditions in which the number of red blood cells or the amount of hemoglobin in them is below normal) are the most common blood disorders. Hemolytic anemias, which result from the increased destruction of red blood cells, are less common than anemias caused by excessive blood loss or by decreased hemoglobin or red cell production. Since a number of factors can increase red blood cell destruction, hemolytic anemias are generally identified by the disorder that brings about the premature destruction. Those disorders are classified as either inherited or acquired. Inherited hemolytic anemias are caused by inborn defects in components of the red blood cells-the cell membrane, the enzymes, or the hemoglobin. Acquired hemolytic anemias are those that result from various other causes. With this type, red cells are produced normally, but are prematurely destroyed because of damage that occurs to them in the circulation. Causes and symptoms

19. The Treatment Of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia In Dogs The following therapies are used in the treatment of autoimmune hemolytic anemia. However, it should be noted that each dog diagnosed http://www.cloudnet.com/~jdickson/treatment.htm

TREATMENT Meisha's Hope Treatment FAQ Meisha's Story A New Hope Success Stories The following therapies are used in the treatment of autoimmune hemolytic anemia. However, it should be noted that each dog diagnosed with this disease will tolerate each treatment in a different manner. Because of that fact, be certain to discuss all treatment options with your veterinarian, before embarking on any treatment program for your dog. DRUG THERAPY If steroids alone are insufficient, more potent immunosuppressive drugs such as Imuran (azathioprine) may be added. Imuran is a "second-line" or "slow acting drug." Clinical response may require up to 6 weeks. The principal adverse effect associated with Imuran is bone marrow suppression. Acute pancreatitis and hepatotoxicity have also been associated with Imuran. Because Imuran depresses the immune system, animals may be susceptible to infections or neoplastic illnesses (long term use). Another potent drug used in the treatment of autoimmune hemolytic anemia is Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide). Cytoxan may be used in cases with severe hemolysis and agglutination. The usual manner in which Cytoxan is given is daily for 4 consecutive days per week, stop for 3 days and then repeat. Because of the potential for development of serious adverse effects, Cytoxan should only be used in patients who can be adequately and regularly monitored. Primary adverse effects in animals associated with Cytoxan are bone marrow suppression, gastroenterocolotis (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) alopecia (hair loss) and hemorrhagic cystitis.

20. Hemolytic Anemia MAIN SEARCH INDEX. hemolytic anemia. processes. hemolytic anemia is a disorder in which the red blood cells are destroyed prematurely. The http://www.ehendrick.org/healthy/000649.htm

MAIN SEARCH INDEX Hemolytic anemia Definition Description Causes and symptoms Diagnosis ... Resources Definition Red blood cells have a normal life span of approximately 90-120 days, at which time the old cells are destroyed and replaced by the body's natural processes. Hemolytic anemia is a disorder in which the red blood cells are destroyed prematurely. The cells are broken down at a faster rate than the bone marrow can produce new cells. Hemoglobin, the component of red blood cells that carries oxygen, is released when these cells are destroyed. Description As a group, anemias (conditions in which the number of red blood cells or the amount of hemoglobin in them is below normal) are the most common blood disorders. Hemolytic anemias, which result from the increased destruction of red blood cells, are less common than anemias caused by excessive blood loss or by decreased hemoglobin or red cell production. Since a number of factors can increase red blood cell destruction, hemolytic anemias are generally identified by the disorder that brings about the premature destruction. Those disorders are classified as either inherited or acquired. Inherited hemolytic anemias are caused by inborn defects in components of the red blood cells-the cell membrane, the enzymes, or the hemoglobin. Acquired hemolytic anemias are those that result from various other causes. With this type, red cells are produced normally, but are prematurely destroyed because of damage that occurs to them in the circulation. Causes and symptoms

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